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1,797 Daycare Centers in Alabama

Browse 1,797 daycare centers across Alabama. Find licensed daycare centers, compare options by city, and choose the best childcare for your family.

Choosing Daycare Centers in Alabama

Finding the right daycare center for your child is crucial. Understanding the landscape of childcare services in Alabama can make the decision-making process smoother.

Alabama has about 1,797 daycares providing essential child services for families in the state.

Compare the average fees charged by daycare centers in Alabama. Consider your budget while ensuring that the chosen daycare offers the necessary services and quality care.

Daycare Breakdown in Alabama

There are 1,797 daycares in Alabama: 182 headstart facilities, 30 before/after school centers, 734 religious facility daycares, and 851 childcare and preschool centers.

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James Rushton Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

One parent highlights positive experiences with dedicated staff, outdoor activities, and crafts for their children over three years. Conversely, another parent reports a negative experience, stating the center is unsuitable for children with autism due to long waitlists and exclusionary practices.

dedicated administration and teachersample outdoor timefun activities and crafts
Address
5512 1st Avenue South, Birmingham, AL
Phone
(205) 322-1951
Adventurous Beginnings INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Adventurous Beginnings receives mostly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring staff and welcoming environment, with children reportedly excited to attend and well-prepared for kindergarten. However, two negative reviews cite communication issues, inflexible policies around drop-off/pick-up times, and concerns about staff responsiveness to children's adjustment needs.

Kind and welcoming staffchildren excited to attendgood preparation for kindergarten
Address
306-4th Avenue, Jasper, AL
Phone
(205) 221-5273
Kiddie School Junction LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

One parent highlights the quality of care provided by staff members Mrs. Millender and owner Ms. Gail. Another review rates the facility as good, specifically expressing appreciation for the owner.

caring staffpositive leadership
Address
100 Jemison Street, Talladega, AL
Phone
(256) 362-8801
Collegedale Church Of Christ
Church Daycare
4

One parent highlights the welcoming atmosphere and positive worship experience, while another criticizes the community for being clique-oriented and unwelcoming to outsiders. The feedback presents a stark contrast between feeling included and being snubbed based on social standing within the group.

friendly staffwelcoming atmosphereenjoyable worship experience
Address
701 Collegedale Street, Troy, AL
Phone
(334) 566-5110
Southside Baptist Church
Church Daycare
4

Reviews are highly polarized. Positive reviews praise the church community and religious values. However, negative reviews cite serious concerns about the Child Development Center's care practices, including improper feeding, breastmilk disposal, and diaper care.

Strong communitywelcoming atmospherereligious values
Address
522 South Brundidge St., Troy, AL
Phone
(334) 566-2263
Rsa Head Start
Headstart Programs
4

One parent describes the center as an excellent learning environment characterized by protective staff who treat children with love and care, while another offers a brief positive note. Conversely, feedback includes a complaint about lack of nutritional care and a suggestion for improved accessibility via a provided phone number.

protective staffloving careexcellent learning environment
Address
300 Monroe Street, Montgomery, AL
Phone
(334) 262-0266
Bethany Sda Child Dev. Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

One parent highlights the high-quality care provided to their baby, while another praises the staff for their genuine concern regarding child well-being and development. These positive experiences focus on the nurturing environment and attentive supervision offered at the center.

High-quality caregenuine concern for well-beingfocus on child development
Address
714 Cedar Street, Montgomery, AL
Phone
(334) 265-5521
Stepping Stones Playschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Parents consistently praise Stepping Stones Playschool for its caring environment, responsive ownership, and engaging activities. Multiple reviewers mention the owner Susan as exceptionally kind and helpful with parent concerns. Children are reported to be happy and safe, with staff described as family-like and transparent.

Kind and responsive ownerfamily-like staffengaging activities (gymnastics
Address
8293 Helena Road, Pelham, AL
Phone
(205) 982-7003
Seymour Bevill Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

One parent highlights the staff's kindness and notes their child's happiness, expressing confidence in the care provided. The feedback focuses on positive interactions with the teachers and the child's enjoyment of the program.

sweet teacherschild's enjoymentquality care
Address
26611 Hwy 195 N, Double Sprin, AL
Phone
(205) 489-3267
Kid'S Junction Guntersville LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Kid's Junction Guntersville receives overwhelmingly positive reviews, with most parents praising the caring staff, clean environment, child development outcomes, and strong communication. Two negative reviews cite concerns about health/closure notifications, dietary restrictions not being followed, and inconsistent enrollment communication.

Caring and attentive staffclean and organized facilityeffective potty training and child development
Address
3385 Brashers Chapel Road, Guntersville, AL
Phone
(256) 878-9897
Great Day Kindergarten
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Parents highlight the staff's kindness and the center's affordability and convenient location. One reviewer notes that the hours suit their schedule and describes the team as sweet, while another expresses satisfaction after comparing multiple options.

nice staffgood hoursconvenient location
Address
552 9th Street Ne, Arab, AL
Phone
(256) 586-8110
Victory Christian Fellowship Church
Church Daycare
4

Parents are divided on this religious daycare facility. Some praise the curriculum, nurturing teachers, and child development, while others report serious concerns about inattentive staff, inadequate care, and the facility's corporal punishment policy.

Engaging curriculumnurturing and attentive teacherschild enjoys attending
Address
2302 Hough Road, Florence, AL
Phone
(256) 767-1749
Little Miracle Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Feedback for Little Miracle Child Care Center is divided, with one parent describing the environment as a family-oriented space, while another strongly criticizes the facility for being dirty and unsafe, alleging theft by the owners and calling for its closure.

family atmosphere
Address
424 North Locust Street, Florence, AL
Phone
(256) 767-0028
Hopewell Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

One parent highlights that the center provides a safe environment where their daughter enjoys attending, leading to satisfaction with the service. The feedback focuses on the positive aspects of the childcare experience without citing specific drawbacks.

Safe environmentchild likes the programsatisfactory service
Address
9018 Hopewell Church Rd, Pinson, AL
Phone
(205) 681-0640
Precious Angels Too LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

One parent reports a highly negative experience, citing frequent closures for minor reasons and staff failing to follow health protocols such as wearing masks during a staff member's illness. The reviewer notes that pulling their child from this center was a positive decision, as the new daycare has resulted in fewer illnesses for their child.

None mentioned
Address
4413 Main Street, Pinson, AL
Phone
(205) 681-8887
Kidz Excel Christian Cdc
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Kidz Excel Christian CDC receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise the staff for providing quality care, teaching, and interaction with children. However, a small number of parents reported serious concerns including unprofessional behavior, lack of record-keeping, and alleged abuse.

Quality care and attentioneducational instructionstaff attentiveness
Address
2902 Pike Avenue, Huntsville, AL
Phone
(256) 270-8317
Mrs. Ronda'S Montessori School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
3102 Leeman Ferry Road, Huntsville, AL
Phone
(256) 883-5888
The Life Center Church
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
704 Wilmer Avenue, Anniston, AL
Phone
(256) 405-4861
Kid'S First Enrichment Ctr And Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Kid's First Enrichment Center has earned consistently high praise from parents over its 27-year operating history. Parents highlight the caring, compassionate staff who treat children like their own, with multiple families noting significant developmental progress and successful school transitions. The center is recognized as the top-rated childcare facility in Calhoun County and serves the Oxford/Anniston area.

Caring and compassionate staffstrong child development and academic preparationsuccessful kindergarten transitions
Address
1710 Hillyer Robinson Pkw, Anniston, AL
Phone
(256) 831-8881
Celebration Church
Church Daycare
4

Celebration Church is a religious facility in Saraland that receives mostly positive feedback. Parents appreciate the welcoming atmosphere, engaging youth programs, and pastoral leadership. One reviewer noted convenience as the main benefit.

Welcoming communityengaging youth groupstrong pastoral leadership
Address
10 - Highway 43 South, Saraland, AL
Phone
(251) 675-5433
Small Wonders Child Care & Lrn Ctr 2
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

One parent reports that staff are attentive and communicative, noting their child enjoys the environment and social interactions. A second review describes the facility as a great place with very nice people.

attentive stafftransparent communicationchild enjoys peers and teachers
Address
14101 S. Wintzell Avenue, Bayou La Bat, AL
Phone
(251) 824-9596
Kids Stuff Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Parents consistently praise Kids Stuff Preschool for its caring, attentive staff and clean facilities with classroom cameras. Children show strong emotional attachment to teachers and demonstrate notable academic and social progress. The center is noted for flexibility with fees, convenient hours (6am-6pm), and family-oriented atmosphere.

Caring and patient staffclean facilities with classroom camerasreasonable prices
Address
320 Hillcrest Road, Mobile, AL
Phone
(251) 343-6611
Saint Mark United Methodist Church
Church Daycare
4

One parent reports that the phone is never answered, indicating potential communication difficulties with the facility.

Address
439 Azalea Road, Mobile, AL
Phone
(251) 232-2106
Jennifer'S Day Care Center INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

One parent describes the center as having very nice, welcoming people, while another calls it the best in Alabama. However, a separate reviewer reports a dangerous pickup incident involving a distracted driver who failed to yield, raising safety concerns about the transportation service.

welcoming staffnice atmospherehighly rated by one parent
Address
722 Telegraph Road, Prichard, AL
Phone
(251) 456-1211
Holy Spirit Episcopal Church
Church Daycare
4

Holy Spirit Episcopal Church Day School in Gulf Shores receives consistently positive feedback from parents. Reviews highlight caring leadership under Director Ivee, strong academic preparation including letters, numbers, and shapes, emphasis on religious education through chapel, and clean facilities. Parents particularly praise the curriculum offered starting at 18 months and the encouragement of outdoor and imaginative play.

Caring director and teachersacademic curriculum (lettersnumbers
Address
616 Fort Morgan Road, Gulf Shores, AL
Phone
(251) 968-5988
Heavenly Sent Learning Center INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Long-term parents highlight a safe, welcoming environment where staff make children feel special, with one family even working at the center. Conversely, a single account describes severe distress and self-harm in a toddler, citing a traumatic experience that lasted months.

Safe environmentstaff makes children feel specialwelcoming atmosphere
Address
12710 County Road 65, Foley, AL
Phone
(251) 970-3324
The Living Way Ministries
Church Daycare
4

The Living Way Ministries is a religious facility in Opelika, Alabama with consistently positive reviews. Parents praise the welcoming atmosphere, Bible-based teachings, and sense of community. All reviews focus on the church experience rather than daycare services.

Welcoming and non-judgmental communityBible-based teachinggenuine and loving congregation
Address
1100 Old Columbus Rd., Opelika, AL
Phone
(334) 705-8962
Bonnie'S Kids Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

One parent describes Bonnie's Kids Child Care Center as the best daycare ever, highlighting field trips, fun play days, and an amazing team that children love. However, another review strongly advises against using the facility, using harsh language to urge parents to take their business elsewhere.

field tripsfun play daysamazing team
Address
2314 Enterprise Dr, Opelika, AL
Phone
(334) 745-6248
Headland Head Start Center
Headstart Programs
4
Address
106 Brattle Street, Headland, AL
Phone
(334) 693-2925
Happy Hearts Christian Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

One parent describes Happy Hearts Christian Academy as the best daycare or preschool their children have attended, highlighting the staff's warmth. Another reviewer appreciates the welcoming environment for their baby, while a third notes it is a great place to visit. However, a single negative review expresses strong dissatisfaction, labeling the closure as 'good riddance.'

excellent staffwelcoming atmospheresuitable for babies and preschoolers
Address
2001 North State Hwy 123, Hartford, AL
Phone
(334) 588-0184

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1,797 all daycares across Alabama. Browse by city to find options near you.
All licensed daycare facilities in Alabama are listed in our directory. You can also verify a facility's license status through Alabama's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities must meet state standards for safety, health, staff-to-child ratios, and staff qualifications.
When comparing daycare options in Alabama, consider:
  • Licensing status and inspection history
  • Staff-to-child ratios (Alabama sets minimum requirements by age group)
  • Staff qualifications and training
  • Safety measures and facility cleanliness
  • Parent reviews and Google ratings
  • Curriculum and daily schedule
  • Location, hours, and cost
Daycare costs in Alabama vary by location, child's age, and facility type. Full-time center-based care typically ranges from $150 to $400+ per week. Infant care is generally more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Urban areas tend to have higher costs than rural areas.